Herein are contained abstracts of state laws and regulations governing postsecondary education in three sectors: public, private degree-granting, and private nondegree-granting. With some exceptions, all obtainable statutes having the force of law are included. The statutes are arranged by state. Each abstract includes basic identifying data, information on the applicability of the law or regulation, consumer protection provisions, routine application and renewal procedures for licensure or authorization, a description of compliance enforcement, and mention of any other consumer protection features. An index is provided. (MSE)